Schoenoplectus laevis
Family: Cyperaceae
What it is like
An annual sedge. It forms tufts. It grows 10-50 cm high. The flowers are pale brown, yellow and green.
There are about 60 Schoenoplectus species.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows on clay, sands and in creeks and swamps. It can grow in arid places.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Seeds
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Scirpus laevis S.T. Blake;